Discover how Seville Cathedral rose from the remains of a medieval mosque to become the world’s largest Gothic cathedral.

Seville Cathedral stands on the site of the city’s former Great Mosque, built during the Almohad period in the 12th century. Following the Christian reconquest of Seville in 1248, the mosque was gradually transformed into a Christian place of worship, reflecting the city’s changing history.

In the early 15th century, church leaders decided to construct a cathedral so magnificent that future generations would consider them ambitious visionaries. The result was one of the most extraordinary architectural projects in Europe, combining Gothic grandeur with traces of Seville’s Islamic past.

Today, visitors can still admire elements of the original mosque, including the famous Patio de los Naranjos and the Giralda Tower. This unique blend of cultures makes Seville Cathedral one of Spain’s most fascinating historical landmarks.